Drink Safe Certified

Together, We Prevent Drink Spiking

We’re working with local bars, restaurants, and venues to help prevent drink spiking — and make Niagara a safer place for everyone.

Drink Safe Certified is a community safety program working with local bars, restaurants, and venues to prevent drink spiking. Through staff training, awareness materials, and public education, we’re creating safer nights out in Niagara. Whether you’re a business looking to get certified or a patron wanting to choose safe venues, you’ll find everything you need here.

If You Suspect Drink Spiking

If you believe your drink—or someone else’s—may have been tampered with:

  1. Tell a staff member immediately.
  2. Stop drinking from the glass.

  3. If feeling unwell, seek medical attention.

  4. Report the incident to police or anonymously to Crime Stoppers.

See Something, Say Something: 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)

Drink Safe Resources

Browse and download our free posters, quick-reference training guides, table cards, and social media graphics.

These resources are designed to help spread awareness, support staff training, and keep patrons informed.

Download and display our awareness posters in high-visibility areas such as restrooms, entryways, and near bar service areas.

These designs help educate patrons on how to protect themselves and others from drink spiking.

A one-page quick reference guide summarizing the key points from our Drink Safe Certified training presentation.

Perfect for posting in staff areas or using during team refreshers.

Printable tabletop signs to place on bars, counters, and tables.

These small-format displays keep safety messaging visible to patrons and encourage them to speak to staff if something feels wrong.

Ready-to-use graphics for Instagram, Facebook, and other platforms.

Share these on your business’s channels to show your commitment to preventing drink spiking and to help spread the word.

Choose Venues That Put Safety First

Our certified businesses have completed specialized training to recognize and respond to drink spiking, and have committed to keeping their patrons safe. Look for the Drink Safe Certified logo when you’re planning your night out.

No businesses are certified yet.

Check back soon to see local venues who have completed Drink Safe Niagara training and committed to keeping our community safe.

Get Your Business Drink Safe Certified

Join the growing list of Niagara venues that are taking action to prevent drink spiking. As a certified business, you’ll receive:

  • Staff training on prevention and response

  • Awareness posters, table cards, and social media assets

  • A listing in our certified business directory

  • A “Drink Safe Certified” window sticker to display at your venue

For more information or to sign your business up for the program, contact:

Tricia Cosgrove

Community Outreach Manager

Niagara Region Sexual Assault Centre, CARSA Inc.

416-899-4766 (mobile)

tcosgrove@nrsac.org